Removal Procedure
- Remove the high mount stoplamp (endgate window-mounted only). Refer to HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP REPLACEMENT (PICKUP) or HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP REPLACEMENT (UTILITY - ROOF MOUNTED) or HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP REPLACEMENT (UTILITY - ENDGATE WINDOW) in EXTERIOR LIGHTS article.
- Open the endgate window.
- Mark the location of the endgate window hinges on the body for proper alignment at installation.
- Disconnect the rear window defogger connectors, if equipped.
- Remove the endgate window struts. Refer to STRUT REPLACEMENT - END GATE .
- Remove the bolts that retain the endgate window hinges to the vehicle.
- With an assistant, remove the endgate glass from the vehicle.